Articles for tag: ancient civilizations, ancient observatories, Archaeoastronomy, astronomy history, celestial tracking

8 Ancient Astronomical Observatories That Tracked Celestial Events Precisely

8 Ancient Astronomical Observatories That Tracked Celestial Events Precisely

Andrew Alpin

The night sky has captivated humanity since the dawn of civilization, serving as nature’s first clock and calendar. Long before modern telescopes existed, ancient cultures created sophisticated observatories that tracked celestial movements with remarkable precision. These architectural marvels reveal just how advanced early civilizations truly were in their understanding of astronomy. From stone circles in ...

Why Are The Planets Named After Roman Gods

Why Are The Planets Named After Roman Gods

Andrew Alpin

You might gaze up at the night sky and wonder why every planet in our solar system bears the name of ancient Roman deities. It turns out this fascinating tradition stretches back thousands of years, weaving together astronomy, mythology, and cultural exchange in ways that still influence how we understand our cosmic neighborhood today. All ...